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by Michael McManus LCSW. As a therapist, I love this book as it outlines simple, basic and effective ways to facilitate change in your life. Get ready to unlock the secrets of habit formation with "Atomic Habits" a book that’s part science, part self-help, and quite transformative! If you’ve ever found...
Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive, neurological disease that is the fastest-growing and second most common neurodegenerative disease in the United States. Parkinson’s diminishes the body’s ability to make Dopamine, a neurotransmitter critical for making smooth, coordinated motion. Currently, there is no known cause or cure but we are...

Jessie’s Epiphany

By Victoria Ostrosky Jessie was never sure whose fault it was.  The self-help book said to look at the common denominator.  That wasn’t encouraging. She was by all appearances comfortable and successful, but inside, not so much. Her entire life was spent berating herself for not being better. A better friend...
Thirsty for a cold glass of water that can rival leading bottled brands for taste? Lee and Mona Skidmore have been providing delicious, clean and safe water to the Santa Rosa Beach community for over 30 years. Lee is the owner of Ecowater of Santa Rosa Beach, and, with...
By Christian Regalado October is a special month for those with Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans. Brokers are allowed to start discussing 2025 plans with clients beginning October 1, and you can apply for next year’s plans beginning October 15.  This year, you’ll want to have enrollment season on...
In the rapidly advancing field of regenerative medicine, a new technology is making waves as the most prolific breakthrough in stem cell activation therapy today. This innovative approach harnesses the power of light—specifically visible and infrared light—to activate the body’s own healing processes. By capturing and reflecting light back...
The Children's Volunteer Health Network (CVHN), recognized for its steadfast commitment to children's dental health, recently collaborated with Defuniak Springs Family Dental for a highly impactful event, "Give Kids a Smile Day" on July 19. This first-time collaboration brought together an extraordinary team of close to 50 dental professionals...
Because 20 minutes is all it takes… As the first Original EMS provider in the Panhandle, EMS Health & Fitness Florida LLC started its concierge service in July 2023 with great success. Originally invented in Germany, EMS stands for electro muscle stimulation (electro myo stimulation) and is a full-body workout that...
By Christian Regalado If you have a Medicare Advantage or PDP plan, by the end of September you should receive your Annual Notice of Change which highlights plan changes for next year.  Most years there are only minor adjustments, but not this time. The Inflation Reduction Act mandates that insurance...

The Dirty Dozen

By Kay Leaman, Health Architect, HealthyDay HealthyLife It sounds like a western. However, these don’t carry guns, ride horses or fight outlaws. These dirty dozen do, however, have an effect on our health. Every year, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) releases its Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 list. This list is...